Title insurance leaders bet on technology, efficiency for 2026 growth
Leading underwriters are focusing on technology, operational efficiency and agent support while preparing for market recovery.
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Why AI alone can’t maximize renovation ROI for home sellers
AI supports home renovation planning, but expert guidance is key for budgeting, ROI, and navigating emotional decisions.
Rechat partners with SkySlope to add forms, e-signatures to platform
Rechat’s partnership with SkySlope adds digital forms, MLS data synchronization and e-signatures to its platform, centralizing agent workflows.
RMLS Alliance becomes Broker Public Portal shareholder, expands reach via Cribio
RMLS Alliance joins Broker Public Portal as a shareholder, making the listings for 1,600 agents available on Cribio in Illinois.
Financial firms face rising cyber risks, data challenges
Financial services firms face rising cyber threats and data quality issues, impacting AI adoption and decision-making, according to a new survey.
Sonic Fire Tech launches infrasound wildfire defense system in California
Sonic Fire Tech has launched a wildfire defense system using infrasound to extinguish fires without water or chemicals. The system detects embers up to 1,500 yards away and aims to reduce property damage and water use in California.
Google’s MLS listings via HouseCanary reignites IDX policy debate
Google’s display of MLS listings via HouseCanary’s ComeHome is fueling debate over IDX data rights and broker consent.
Why Texas builders are betting on backup batteries for new homes
Texas builders see 70% adoption of backup batteries among buyers as grid outages and climate risks reshape home demand heading into 2026.
ICE taps Bob Hart to lead mortgage technology division
Hart will succeed Tim Bowler, who will transition to ICE’s fixed income and data services division, where he will focus on index development and financial institution infrastructure.
Study finds Zillow home estimates improve buyer, seller outcomes
The availability of a Zestimate increased buyer surplus by nearly 6% on average and raised seller profits by more than 4%.